The excitement of receiving the engagement ring or the anxiety of choosing love phrases to include in your vows can only be compared to the excitement of thinking about your honeymoon, a trip that you surely have high expectations for and that will be fulfilled if you choose a fabulous destination like the Riviera Maya. If you will exchange your wedding rings in 2020, you can already start imagining your dream destination.

Coordinates

The Riviera Maya is a region located in the southeast of Mexico, east of the Yucatan Peninsula and along the coast of the Caribbean Sea. It belongs to the state of Quintana Roo. 120 km long, is characterized by its crystalline waters The official currency is the Mexican peso, although both the euro and the dollar are accepted in most tourist sites. As for documentation, to travel from Chile you only need to present a valid passport.

Sites of interest

Playa del Carmen

It is the largest and most cosmopolitan city in the Mayan Riviera, which is offers multiple attractions, in addition to its paradisiacal beaches. Among them, a diversity of shops and boutiques, as well as art galleries, craft stalls, bars and restaurants distributed along the pedestrian Quinta Avenida. On the other hand, Playa del Carmen is known for its exclusive hotel offer, although today it is possible to find accommodations for all budgets. If you are celebrating your golden rings in Mexico, Playa del Carmen is a great place to stay.An unmissable destination and one of the most demanded by "lunamieleros" (honeymooners).

Puerto Aventuras

Known as the "nautical paradise" of the Riviera Maya, Puerto Aventuras is a peaceful and relaxing, environmentally friendly community that is fuses nature with modern facilities It is a residential complex where you will find white sand beaches, two large marinas, golf course, water activities, cenotes, ruins, a variety of hotels, restaurants, museums and more. Ideal if you are looking for a place with a high level of privacy and also perfect to disconnect from what was the preparation of the marriage.

Maya Ka'an

This is the newest destination in the heart of the Mexican Caribbean, a place where you can live the ancestral traditions of the Mayans, taste delicious recipes, enjoy mystical experiences and connect with your most exploratory side. Maya Ka'an will delight those couples who love the outdoors. And among other activities, you can kayak through canals and lagoons, visit sites with protected ancient trees and practice bird, dolphin and turtle watching. Now, if you are looking for something even more extreme, don't miss the cave of hanging snakes in Kantemó.

Archaeological site of Tulum

Almost 5 kilometers from Tulum is the well-known Mayan walled city. According to the website of the National Institute of Anthropology and History of the Mexican government, the name Tulum translates as "wall" or "paralyzed", although it points out that, according to sources from the 16th century, it was called "Zamá", which in Mayan means "morning" or "dawn".

Its privileged location, with views of the Caribbean Sea on the eastern side and the excellent preservation of this archaeological site This is an ideal destination, especially for those who are interested in delving into the ancient Mayan culture.

What can you see if you visit it? Among its archaeological remains you will find El Castillo, its main and tallest structure that maintains a temple with three entrances; in front of it is the Temple of the Initial Series, while to the north is the Temple of the Descending God. These are just a few examples of the impressive architecture of the area that, if you are on your honeymoon in thearea, they will want to visit.

Xcaret

Did you know that its meaning in Mayan is "small cove"? Xcaret is a natural aquatic, thematic and eco-archaeological park of 80 hectares of extension and located on the shore of the Caribbean Sea, 74 kilometers south of Cancun. The perfect destination for discover the natural and cultural wonders that offers the area and the country, thanks to its more than 50 attractions, among which are underground rivers, cenotes, coves, beaches and archaeological sites.

7 romantic plans

• 1. Relax with a couple's massage at a beachside spa. You can opt for a room with champagne and rose petals or, if you prefer, receive the service while resting on the white sand.
• 2. Go out and have fun in the glamorous and glitzy nightlife. You'll find clubs and discotheques of all styles to dance like you did when you were first dating, and you won't find a better time to wear that new suit and short party dress you just bought.
• 3. Enjoy an exclusive dinner on board of a catamaran. In addition to toasting with a Chardonnay wine, you will be able to delight your palate with a delicious lobster, among other menu options.
• 4. Get married again. This time, symbolically. Under the ritual of an authentic Mayan wedding, presided over by a shaman, the ceremony consists of evoking the four natural elements to further strengthen the couple's union. Prayers and beautiful phrases of love will be recited in the original Mayan language.

• 5. Go snorkeling for the first time together. One of the most recommended places to explore the seabed is Cozumel, a paradisiacal island 45 minutes by ferry from Playa del Carmen.
• 6. Swim with dolphins In fact, there are special programs for couples, where you can interact in a respectful way with a dolphin.
• 7. Finally, enjoy the magic of swimming in a cenote. The cenotes are wells of spring water, formed by the erosion of the soil, to which the Mayans gave a sacred use. For many, they are the greatest treasure of the Yucatan Peninsula and, particularly in the Riviera Maya, there are up to 6,000 of them.

Just as you personalized your wedding decorations or chose crystalline phrases of love to include in your vows, you can also put together your own honeymoon itinerary. Choose which places in the Riviera Maya you want to visit or what kind of activities you want to do and, once you have that information in hand, go to the travel agency to make this adventure a reality.